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Debt buyback carries risks
Oped, Editorial, Published on 03/04/2025
» The country's household debt is a critical issue that must be addressed, and the idea of a debt buyback is undeniably appealing. However, authorities must approach the proposal with extreme caution. The debt relief measure gained attention after former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra raised the idea at a mayoral election rally in Phitsanulok last week.
Land reform dangers
News, Editorial, Published on 20/05/2024
» The recent decision by the cabinet to amend regulations to allow farmers to use state land beyond agricultural purposes has raised concerns about potential misuse and exploitation for commercial benefits.
Wallet fog fails to lift
Oped, Editorial, Published on 19/04/2024
» The government's announcement on the details of its digital wallet scheme on April 10 was meant to boost the popularity of both the Srettha Thavisin administration, as well as the Pheu Thai Party.
Power bill boost unfair
News, Editorial, Published on 17/04/2023
» The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) decided recently to impose a single electricity bill rate during May to August.
Student loans need fixing
Oped, Editorial, Published on 04/11/2022
» The Upper House is facing a major challenge in deliberating a controversial amendment to the Student Loan Fund Act. That's mostly because the Student Loan Fund (SLF) is complicated.
Student debt write-off folly
News, Editorial, Published on 22/08/2022
» Recent stories about a campaign to have student loans written off reflect a crisis of integrity and responsibility in our education system.
SLF: a shark in student waters
News, Editorial, Published on 22/05/2022
» The Student Loan Fund (SLF) should stop its fierce pursuit of those who cannot repay their debts in time.
Joke or corruption?
Oped, Editorial, Published on 20/04/2022
» The resignation of an aide to the Prime Minister on suspicion of having a vested interest in the government's lottery quota system should not be the end of what is now a very public -- yet still alleged -- scandal.
Aide's case can hurt PM
News, Editorial, Published on 11/04/2022
» Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's declining popularity cannot be restored if he does not show that he intends to find the truth behind his aide's audio clip scandal.
Banks must do their bit
News, Editorial, Published on 16/08/2021
» The Covid-19 pandemic is expected to be a factor undermining the economy for a long time, though banks can play their part in helping to cushion the blow.